Adam Buckner

Art Director | Creative Director | Senior Graphic Designer

Albuquerque, NM, USA
Inspired professional with a proven ability to create programs and campaigns that seize the attention of targeted audiences and influence consumers on a global scale. Natural leader and problem solver with extensive knowledge of printing, manufacturing, product development, production, graphic design and photography techniques for eye-opening branding, marketing and media projects. Passionate, focused and hands-on individual. International experience; basic knowledge of Spanish and Russian.

Work Experience

Option Studios Inc.

Art Director | Creative Director | Principal

Design and direct all facets of creative programs, online marketing, promotions, video, print, collateral and campaigns for multiple leading skydiving manufacturers, facilities and resorts including:

Larsen & Brusgaard, Nick’s Trix, Para Gear Equipment Company, BoneHead Composites, Skydive Arizona, Rigging Innovations, Velocity Sports Equipment, Jet Pack International, PhotoActive, Inc., multiple dropzones worldwide, World Parabatic Stunt Team, Apex BASE, Lockheed-Martin, SkyVenture/IFLY indoor
skydiving, and other industry leaders.

- Manage projects from concept through completion, with full accountability for budgets, deadlines and creating stimulating, measured results that align with each client's distinct vision & goals.

- Build relationships with international clients, vendors, publishers, photographers and freelancers to seamlessly execute cohesive branding through to completion. Many campaigns boosted brand awareness to the point of tremendous market share shifts resulting in higher than expected profits, customer base gains and solidifying existing brand loyalty.

- Worked hands-on with team members to drive excellence in graphic design, advertising, product development, packaging, photography, public relations, marketing and digital media.

- Skilled photographer where original photography was distributed for local and regional magazines, newspapers and television stations, and every skydiving magazine in the world.

- Actual hands-on design, illustration, photography, printing, product testing and going the extra mile to make sure all bases are covered and goals are met or exceeded.
June 1997 - Present Albuquerque, New Mexico, United States

Education

Eastern New Mexico University

Bachelor of Fine Arts - Emphasis in Graphic Design

- BFA Degree in Fine Art (Emphasis in Graphic Design)
- Graduated with Honors
- Hours toward MFA in Graphic Design
August 1987 - May 1992 Portales, New Mexico, United States

California State University, Fresno

Specialized Exchange Program for 3D arts, Art History and Printmaking

- Educational Exchange Program (1 year)
- Studies included Art History, Print Making & Sculpture.
August 1990 - May 1991 Fresno, California, United States

Skills

Avid, Cinema 4D, CorelDraw X6, Dreamweaver, Embroidery Digitizing Software, Illustrator, Indesign, Knowledgeable In PHP & CSS, Microsoft Office, Other Auxiliary Programs & Filters, Photoshop, Premiere, Quark, Solidworks, Swishmax,

Proficiencies

Art & Creative Direction
Product Marketing, Packaging & Photography
Public & Media Relations
Branding & Positioning Campaigns
Innovative Aerial & Digital Photography
Digital, Interactive & Social Media
Product Development
Graphic & Art Design Strategy & Execution
Identity & Logo Development
Direct Mail & Collateral Production
Team Building & Interaction
Events, Promotions & Video Projects

Career Highlights

- RedBull Stratos Mission- developed two brand identities prominently displayed on the gear worn by Felix Baumgartner during world-record altitude jumps with the RedBull Stratos mission.

- A&E's American Chopper (OCC)- Helicopter wrap design & specialty branded OCC Energy Drink Can.

- Larsen & Brusgaard (Denmark)- Envisioned and directed design, product development, identity and marketing projects that revived Larsen & Brusgaard
from near extinction to worldwide market leaders in extreme sport electronics. Solely responsible for all aspects in regards branding, identity and marketing programs for L&B. Have continued this relationship for 14 years.

- Discovery's Channel's Stunt Junkies- Jerseys, shirts, banners & outdoor brand promo.

- Warren Miller's “Journey”- Movie Release/Gala/event promotion, guerrilla marketing, outdoor signage, celebrity Meet & Greets.

- The Today Show with Jet Pack International- Wraps on the jetpack, jerseys and company branding.

- Stephen Baldwin/Tom Berenger/Dennis Rodman “Cutaway” movie- Posters, set decorations, apparel featured on all actors and extras in the movie. Personalized decals for actor Stephen Baldwin.

- Former President of the United States George Bush- 75th birthday skydive t-shirt & promo.

- Fuscient/Go Fast- created graphics for the first civilian-funded rocket into outer space.

- Go Fast Sports- Received the Ball International Metal Beverage Container Award for Innovative Packaging Design for using index separation techniques for printing on metal beverage containers in a manner that simulated a photographic result.